Lenhartsville Loop - Saturday January 10, 2009

5 miles

Our "traditional" early January hike along the Maiden Creek and country roads in the hills near Lenhartsville. This is an easy road hike with some nice views of the Maiden Creek and the hill country southeast of town. Eat at C.J. Hummel's afterward.

Meeting place: 1:00 pm in the rear of the side parking lot of C.J.Hummel's Restaurant, Route 143 in downtown Lenhartsville

For further information or directions, contact: 610-921-3252

Laureldale Loop - Saturday January 3, 2009

4 to 5 miles

Easy street and trail hike in the Temple and Laureldale area. Optional lunch at China Buffet in the Muhlenberg Shopping Center.

Meeting place: 9:30 am at the Muhlenberg Swimming Assn. Pool, 5th Street Highway (Business Route 222) & Darby Ave., in Temple. Park along Derby Ave. close to the pool and Route 222.

For further information and directions, contact: 610-921-0473

Polar Bear Dip Hike - Thursday January 1, 2009

6 miles

Hike about 4 miles on the country roads leading to Willow Springs Park to enjoy watching, or if you wish, PARTICIPATING in the annual Polar Bear Dip. Donations will be taken at the park for a Lebanon County charity. After the dip, we will hike 2 miles back to the restaurant (by 1:15 pm) for a Pork & Sauerkraut dinner, or whatever else you choose. Dress in layers for walking and standing on what could be a brisk cold morning. Maybe this year you will take the plunge?!?!?!

Meeting place: 9:45 am at the Country Faire Restaurant on Route 422 in Myerstown

For further information and directions, contact: 610-678-5245